Ill. R. Cir. Ct. Dupage Cnty. 36.05

As amended through September 23, 2024

Rule 36.05 - PRE-SENTENCE REPORTS

(a)Purpose. For defendants who have pleaded guilty or been found guilty of a felony or misdemeanor, the pre-sentence report provides the Court with appropriate background information concerning the defendant which will assist the Court in the sentencing of the defendant. A pre-sentence report shall be made in every felony case unless waived as provided by law (730 ILCS 5/5-3 -1), and in other cases as ordered by the Court.

(b) Requests for pre-sentence reports shall be made in writing.

(c) In addition to any statutory requirements (730 ILCS 5/5-3 -2), the pre-sentence report shall include:

(1) A report face sheet of basic case information;

(2) The official version of the offense(s) involved in the case;

(3) Any record of prior offenses;

(4) Family history;

(5) Residential history;

(6) Educational background;

(7) Religion (optional);

(8) Interests and activities;

(9) Health and health history;

(10) Employment history;

(11) Military history;

(12) Financial resources;

(13) Impressions and summary;

(14) Recommendations if requested by the Court;

(15) Status or disposition of co-defendants.

(d) Disclosure and filing of the reports shall be in compliance with Rule 32.05.

(e) The Probation Officers shall be present at the sentencing hearing to answer questions when requested by the Court.

Ill. R. Cir. Ct. Dupage Cnty. 36.05